Strongly see Nebraska keeping this game close and even upsetting Illinois on the road solely because of their defense. It's likely that both teams have succes in the scoring department, but Nebraska has only given up more than 2 TDs to #2 overall Michigan, and an early surging Colorado. Illinois gave up 44 points to Purdue, becoming their second win of the season (terrible showing). A bounceback could very well be in order for Illinois, but they are allowing an average of 30.6 points a game so far, and at home they are allowing an average of 25 points. Nebraska defense should travel well in this spot and could make things shaky for Illinois if they can't get the offense rolling early.

Official Play: Nebraska +3.5

Side Bet: Under 42

Hail Mary: Nebraska Moneyline